Innovative activities help Pakistan increase agri exports.

Byline: Khalil Ahmed

Interview with Mr Anis Majeed - Chairman, Bombi's Group

PAGE: Tell me something about yourself and your business please:

ANIS MAJEED: I am Chairman of Bombi's Group. I have served as Convener Pulses Committee of Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI). I have also served as Chairman Karachi Wholesales Grocers Association (KWGA), Managing Committee member of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and General Body Member of FPCCI. I am part of various other business and social associations to give services for Trade and Industry. I have been in the commodities business for more than 35 years. I along with my brothers inherited pulses processing unit which was established by my father more than 50 years ago. By the Grace of Allah, the company grew and started indenting, importing and exporting various agro commodities globally. Alhamdulilah we are pioneers in our field and represent Pakistan at different National and International forums.

PAGE: What is your perspective about the import and prices of lentils?

ANIS MAJEED: Prices of pulses are a little high because of international market and our currency has devalued therefore landing cost is higher. We do import pulses which is about 75% of our total consumption. Pakistan's production has been decreasing instead of increasing for a long time.

PAGE: Your views on the production of lentils in Pakistan:

ANIS MAJEED: Production of pulses must be increased as we are an agriculture-based country. We must give incentives to the farmers and they must be provided...